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Blocked anal glands in dogs
Learn about blocked anal glands in dogs, including symptoms, causes, and treatment. Discover how to prevent problems and when to seek veterinary advice.
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Keeping small pets cool in summer
Small pets, such as mice, hamsters and rats, can be very sensitive to heat due to their tiny size. read our tips on how to keep them cool and comfortable.
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How do vets diagnose pets
Before your vet can give your pet the right treatment, they need to pinpoint exactly what’s wrong. This process is called ‘diagnosis’ and there are plenty of tools and resources to help your vet go about it.
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Pyometra (infected womb) in dogs
A pyometra is a womb infection – a very serious condition, common in unneutered, female dogs. Treatment for a pyometra includes emergency surgery to remove the womb, a fluid drip and medication.
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Addison’s disease in dogs
Addison’s disease is a rare condition that develops when the body’s natural steroid levels drop dangerously low. Natural steroids are normally produced by the adrenal glands, and Addison’s develops if the glands stop working.
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Adolescent (Teenage) dogs
Adolescent dogs Just like us, dogs will reach an adolescent (or teenage) stage in their lives. They are often reported to go through a "rebellious" phase, like some human teens. Our vets have some advice for owners whose pups are reaching adolescence. When dogs reach adolescence, you may notice changes in their behaviour. This could be things like struggling with their training or not listening to…
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Antifreeze poisoning in dogs | PDSA
Antifreeze (ethylene glycol) poisoning in dogs including symptoms, treatment, outlook and how to prevent it. Written by PDSA vets.
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Obesity in rabbits
A third of pet rabbits in the UK are overweight. Overweight rabbits are at risk of health problems and a shorter lifespan.
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How to make a DIY outdoor sun shelter for your pet
It’s hot, hot, hot, and while we may enjoy basking in the glorious sunshine, it’s always important to do all we can to protect our furry friends! Whether you’re enjoying spending time in the garden with an ice-cold drink, going on a day trip or off on your holidays, here are our tips to creating an easy DIY outdoor sun shelter for your pet!
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Top tips for looking after your pets Mental Health
We all know how important it is to keep our mental health in check, but sadly our pets can also be affected by stress and anxiety. Our furry friends may not be able to talk about how they’re feeling, but our vets have put together some top tips for spotting signs of stress and ways we can help our pets live a happy, healthy life.
